Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
